Why bother to exfoliate? Exfoliating will remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin to encourage fresh new cells below. This technique will smooth the skin and allow products to penetrate more deeply and effectively.

When old skin cells start to accumulate on the surface of the skin it can lead to excess oil and clogged pores. A bad combination that will uncomfortably lead to acne breakouts. But this is a sign for you to take action and create a patient and kind ritual of self-care to prevent and heal these surface issues.

suitable for acne prone and oily skin, not for sensitive skin

How to use: Scoop 1 tsp. of the mask to equal parts water, add a little more water to use as a scrub, into a bowl, mix with water until a paste-like consistency is formed. Apply to clean damp skin in light circular strokes, avoiding eye area. Leave on for about 10 minutes or less, but DO NOT let fully dry. Rinse with cool or preferably cold water to close pores. Follow with the BEAUTY FACIAL TONIC to rebalance pH and the I GO TO WORK facial serum to help rejuvenate and lighten scars.

HOW TO ACHIEVE ULTIMATE RESULTS WITH A BOTANICAL MASK:

-Best mixed in a deep cup or bowl, with beauty brush. Do not use metal as this mask contains clays that absorb metal. Wood is ideal.

-For a more hydrating mask use honey or aloe vera gel.

1. Cleanse skin first then apply a hot towel on face for a few minutes. The heat from the towel will open up the pores, soften the skin and allows a skin treatment to penetrate much easier and deeper.

2. Apply mask to the T-ZONE of the face where the pores are the largest. During the wet phase of the mask, this is where all the nutrients get absorbed into the skin as it begins to dry (but not completely) impurities are drawn out, the skin tightens, blood begins to circulate which will give a suppleness and glow to your face. It's important that you DO NOT let the mask dry completely. This will have the reverse effect of drying out your skin leaving it itchy, dry and absorbing all the good stuff you just put into it.

3. Rinse with cool or preferably cold water to close pores and to lock in all that good stuff.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT:

No synthetic preservatives or chemicals of any kind are used to make things last forever. Working with plant-based ingredients some variations in color will vary from batch to batch. Every season brings different results. Working in this rhythm and respect is what makes Willow & Oak’s products fresh and effective.